Ellington Airport (KEFD) sits 17 miles southeast of downtown Houston, Texas. The three runways (longest 9,001 ft) handle every current business jet. Field elevation 38 ft, no density-altitude concerns. KEFD is a joint civil/military field — NASA Johnson Space Center is adjacent (KEFD is the home of NASA's Shuttle Carrier Aircraft historically). Ground time to NASA JSC is 5 minutes; downtown Houston is 25.
Frequently asked questions about Ellington Airport
What is KEFD airport?+
KEFD is the ICAO code for Ellington Airport (IATA EFD), located in Houston, TX.
What does EFD stand for?+
EFD is the IATA code for Ellington Airport (ICAO KEFD) in Houston, TX.
Where is Ellington Airport?+
Ellington Airport is located in Houston, TX.
Does Ellington Airport have commercial airline service?+
No — Ellington Airport does not receive scheduled airline flights. It primarily serves general aviation, private charter, and corporate operators.
How long is the runway at Ellington Airport?+
The longest runway at Ellington Airport measures 9,001 ft (2,744 m).
What is the elevation of Ellington Airport?+
Ellington Airport sits at 32 ft above sea level.
What timezone is Ellington Airport in?+
Ellington Airport operates on America/Chicago.
How many private-jet empty legs are available at Ellington Airport?+
SkyAccess currently tracks 1 departing and 0 arriving private-jet empty legs at Ellington Airport over the next six months. Browse and book each leg with a free account.